Sunday, March 7, 2010

Lexee's baptism


Lexee was baptized and became a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Saturday March 6, 2010. She was so excited but she said she was just a little nervous. She was definately the princess of the day. She loved all the attention her family and friends gave her. We felt so loved by all who attended. Her dad baptized and confirmed her giving her the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Cody blessed that Lexee would listen to the Holy Spirit to make good decisions. He also blessed her that should would strive to walk in the footsteps of our Savior. I am so thankful that Cody honors his priesthood and is able to perform these saving ordinances.
Details of the baptism: Aunt Ness gave the Holy Ghost talk. Grandpa Thompson and Grandpa Baldwin witnessed the sacred ordinance. She chose her dress and wanted a flower in her hair. We held the luncheon in the cultural hall afterwards. She told me she wanted Spaghetti and Meatballs and caramel apples. Our entire Primary Presidency and her Primary teachers were both there as well as the 1st counselor of the Bishopric. All of her immediate family was there. Aunt Susan, Aunt Pam, Uncle Grant, Uncle Scott and Aunt Delynn as well as Melissa, Michael, Jamie and Elayne made a special effort to come. Our special friends The Mortensons, The Taylors, The Moffitts and The Graysons also joined us for. We missed those who couldn't make it and are so grateful for those who made the special effort to share this day with us. We are particularly thankful that Grandpa Baldwin was discharged from the hospital and able to be there.
We are so proud that Lexee made this important decision. I am so thankful for the opportunity that we have to be baptized and receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost.

Happy Birthday Lex!!!


Our sweet little Lexee turned 8 years old on February 24th. She was really excited about her birthday. She turned to me and said, "Mom, I think for my birthday I want to come home and see all of my friends jump out at me and yell HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" Yep, she asked for her own surprise birthday party. I told her better luck next year since she told me this news the day before her birthday. For her birthday we had a family party and her aunts and uncles and Grampa and Nana came over. Grandpa Baldwin was sick so he had to stay at home, and Grandma stayed with him. Lexee stands about 42 inches tall and weighs 49 pounds. She is growing into a beautiful girl. She loves dancing, drawing, and cooking. Her favorite foods are candy, candy and more candy, spaghetti & meatballs, and caramel apples. She passes her days by painting her nails, putting lip gloss on and playing games like Uno. Her favorite subject in school is Math and she is really good at it. She is in the 2nd grade. Her school friends are MiKayla, Camila, Zoey, Mariah & Kiley. She takes really good care of her baby brother. She changes a great diaper and can make the best tasting bottle ever. We love you Lexee! Happy Birthday!!!